For serious gaming sessions, comfortable glutes are just as important as flexible thumbs – so pick the right chair for your fundamental needs
Secretlab Titan Evo 2022
Secretlab is a well-respected name in gaming chair technology, with this flagship product showcasing just how comfortable a piece of nerd-furniture can be. It’s available in three upholstery options: Neo hybrid leatherette, SoftWeave fabric or the eye-wateringly expensive (like over £800) Napa leather.
Whichever one you choose, it feels incredibly comfy thanks to a built-in back support, 4D armrests and a comfortable base for your hard-gaming jacksy. The lumbar support can be adjusted up and down as well as outwards, so you’re sure of the right fit for your spine. There’s also an exceptional magnetic head cushion that can be attached at several heights.
An ideal alternative to awkward straps, the head cushion is the highlight of a well-designed chair. Elsewhere, a full-recline mode is ideal when that 8hr gaming session catches up with you but you’re too frazzled to go to bed, while the materials used throughout are durable and robust. There’s no memory foam but Secretlab uses cold-cure foam to ensure it’s moderately firm and provides even weight distribution and pressure relief.
It’s a pricey investment, but the Titan Evo 2022 does come with a five-year warranty so it’s sure to last you a long time – no matter how much time you spend getting killed in it.
STUFF SAYS ★★★★★
Pricey… but like sitting on a cloud and cocooned from the world
BraZen Phantom Elite
A relatively inexpensive option, the BraZen Phantom Elite still offers plenty of options. Highly adjustable, it has adjustable armrests, nylon casters, neck and lumbar support cushions, and a mechanism for tilt and height tweaks.
It might not look as smart as some others, and the faux-leather isn’t likely to be the most durable, but it still works well. While the company logo is a bit excessive, a choice of highlight colour options helps here and the quilted foam padding feels great.
Just plan ahead, as assembly is awkward compared to some rivals.
STUFF SAYS ★★★★✩
Lacking a little class but with plenty of comfort
Secretlab Omega 2020
